Parents

For over 75 years, Reform Jewish teens have come together in NFTY programs to make new friends, learn about Judaism, and live their Jewish values. The promise of fun may be the first motivator, but the result drives NFTY's teens to be part of Jewish communal life long after high school has ended.

Fostering Strong Jewish Ties

Time spent with other Jewish teens in NFTY programs ranging from a few hours to a full weekend, opens a teen’s eyes to opportunities and challenges. Teens often attend their first NFTY event without knowing a single other attendee – but leave with new friends and lasting connections.

Guiding Teens as Leaders

There are many ways for your child and their peers to plan and lead activities at NFTY, helping them feel empowered to become active, responsible members in their communities.

Being Part of a Family

NFTY is part of the Union for Reform Judaism (URJ) network, including summer camps, Israel programs, and community service travel experiences. If this is your child’s first URJ experience, they (and you!) will be welcomed with open-arms into our community.

A Welcoming and Nurturing Space

Our highest priority is the well-being of every member of our community. We are intentional in the hiring and training of our staff to make sure we create the most inclusive space for our teens.

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Aaron is very excited to be joining the NFTY-NE team! Aaron is currently finishing his third year at Temple Beth Shalom in Needham, MA. Among other responsibilities at TBS,…

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Aaron Gurvis

NFTY-NE Regional Advisor

212-452-6723

Aaron is very excited to be joining the NFTY-NE team! Aaron is currently finishing his third year at Temple Beth Shalom in Needham, MA. Among other responsibilities at TBS, Aaron has been at NFTY-NE events as one of the BESTY Advisors for the past two years. Prior to that, Aaron was also lucky enough to spend a year as the BEFTY Advisor in Belmont, MA. All the while Aaron has spent seven of the past eight summers on the staff and Leadership Team at URJ Eisner Camp, and has been a group leader for NFTY in Israel and Kesher Birthright. Perhaps most importantly, Aaron is a proud alumnus of NFTY-NE. He started as a member of SHAFTY in Newton, MA, served as Religious & Cultural Vice President on the NFTY-NE Board in 5770, and has been so happy to be back with the NFTY-NE community the past few years. Aaron is looking forward to giving back to this community and working with the next generation of Jewish leaders!

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